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In a impressive showing, England clinched another win versus their opponents, with a number of players turning in memorable performances throughout the game.

Starting Lineup

Dean Henderson Was rarely tested to perform before the break until forced to intervene from an opponent's curled attempt. One well-timed sliding intervention on Qazim Laci demonstrated his reading of the game. Six out of ten

Jarell Quansah Challenged by Albania’s biggest threat through Hoxha. Operated more centrally initially but moved out wide after Saka entered the fray. Seven

The defender Moved forward with the ball at his feet, something he's known for in the past. At times lacked urgency in possession with the experiment abandoned at half-time. Six

Dan Burn A constant threat on corners and free-kicks, per usual, but may be another option to his teammate in defense as opposed to alongside him. A loose pass later in the match almost led to the first goal from the visitors. Six

Nico O’Reilly Another composed performance from the 20-year-old following his debut versus Serbia. Saka did not capitalize on the most of a gorgeous backheel behind the Albania defence. The role is firmly his at this stage. 7/10

The newcomer His first start with the national team. Slightly sloppy when playing out however his whipped set-pieces were a threat. A handy tempo-setter for the manager to utilize versus sides that sit back. Cautioned after a reckless challenge. 6/10

Declan Rice Set-pieces on corner kicks and free kicks were dangerous. Enjoyed license to roam on the left but was in an offside position when the ball arrived with a chance to score. Granted a well-earned break after an hour. 6/10

Jude Bellingham Functioned in an advanced role on the right while also contributed with the hard yards. Demonstrated flashes of quality but mishit an effort wide. Withdrawn in the closing stages by Rogers, his rival, following a yellow card. 7/10

Jarrod Bowen Had England’s clearest opportunity of the first half, his shot excellently kept out by the Albanian keeper. With a teammate hanging back, he had to stretch the play down the right side yet his deliveries from wide areas were inconsistent. Taken off with 15 to go. 6

The captain The match-winner with his 77th and 78th goals in an England shirt. The first a trademark close-range tap-in while the second a classy headed goal having drifted away away from the opposition. Now 32, he continues to improve with the national team have every chance in future competitions with him leading the line. Eight

The attacker Had difficulty to get into the game from the left. Was presented with a good opening after being played in from a teammate but the keeper made the save. Rashford produced a bigger an impact after coming on. Five

Replacements

• Foden (replacing a teammate on 63 minutes) Looked lively connecting seamlessly with Kane in more familiar role, Six
• Bukayo Saka (for the winger 63) Failed to convert yet his delivery created the opener, 6
• Marcus Rashford (replacing Bowen 75) Active when brought on assisting Kane’s second with superb cross to the back post, 7/10
• Elliot Anderson (on for the midfielder in the 75th minute) Looks established so soon, 6/10
• Morgan Rogers (for Bellingham with minutes remaining) Insufficient minutes to affect things, Six